8.0. PRSR 07-08-1998 RESOLUTION
• Whereas: Mountain Biking is a legitimate life sport that contributes to the health and
well-being of the participants, and
Whereas: Mountain Biking contributes to the quality of life of citizens and
Whereas: Mountain Bikers are interested in obtaining access to more trails, and
Whereas: The Park and Rec Trail system in Elk River is being developed to provide
access to more recreational activities for it's citizens, and
Whereas: The Park and Rec Trail system is owned by the taxpayers and
Whereas: There is recognition by Mountain Bikers that the Park and Rec Trail
system needs usage, maintanence and upkeep that is not harmful to the
environment, and
Whereas: A core group of commited citizens are considering the formation of a
Mountain Biker Club, and
Whereas: Many Mountain Bikers are taxpaying citizens interested in maintaining their
quality of life by participating in the sport;
Therefore be it resolved that:
Mountain Bikers have open access to Publically owned Park and Trail
Systems and Mountain Bikers actively work as partners within the
community to ensure that the Park and Rec Trail system is used responsibly
• by Mountain Bikers.
I am in support of the Mountain Biker's resolution for open access to Elk River
Park and Rec Trails.
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